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among the class of persons entitled to benefits of the act of Congress, approved March 3, 1865 establishing this Bureau. 

Very respectfully, 
your obedt. servt.
(Signed) Caleb W. Hornor
Surg. U.S. Vols.,
Chief Medical Officer

Approved
(Signed) O.O. Howard
Major General, Commissioner 

A true copy
Caleb W. Hornor
Surg. U.S. Vols., 
Chief Medical Officer

Transcription Notes:
I decided on "Sarg. U.S. Vols." because it makes sense as an abbreviation for Sergeant, United States Volunteers. ---------- Reopened for Editing 2024-01-16 09:09:45 He is a Surgeon, Chief MEDICAL Officer, not a Sergeant. Name is Hornor, not Homer